Extension of Export Incentives and Schemes – Budget Measures 2025/2026

Article | July 01, 2025

Following the 2025/2026 National Budget Speech, we are pleased to inform our members that several export incentive schemes have been extended for the new fiscal year — from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2026 — with revised terms and conditions aimed at reinforcing the export sector.

Extended Export Schemes (until 30 June 2026):

1. Freight Rebate Scheme (FRS)

• Refund of up to 27% on ocean freight for first-time exporters
• Refund of up to 17% for other eligible exporters
• Subject to annual turnover thresholds and refund caps

2. Trade Promotion and Marketing Scheme (TPMS)

• 40% refund on basic air freight for non-agricultural products
• For agricultural products:
  • 20% refund to the exporter
  • 20% refund to the planter
• Annual cap: MUR 20 million per company

3. Export Credit Guarantee Insurance Scheme (ECGIS)

• Refund of 33% of insurance premium
• Or 0.33% of insurable declared turnover

4. SME International Fairs Refund Scheme

• Refund of up to MUR 333,000 per company annually
• Applicable for participation in up to two international fairs per year

We strongly encourage all eligible members to leverage these extended schemes to enhance their export competitiveness and market outreach.